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First Things First | The Story Of Mary & Martha

Shared on: Sep 9, 2019

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The story of Mary and Martha reminds us that even good things can get in the way of the best things in the Christian life. Above all else, we must put God first in our lives.

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Tags: Devotion, Priorities, Focus, Busyness, Seeking God, Necessity, Putting God First, First Things First (view more) (view less)

Genres: Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

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